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Gross Axle Weigh t Ratin g (GAWR)
Fron tal Area
The GAWR is the maxim um capacity of the front and rear
axles. Distribu te the load over the front and rear axles
evenly. Make sure that you do not exceed either front or
rear GAWR.
The maxim um height and maxim um width of the front of
a trailer.
Weigh t-Carryin g Hitch
A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongu e
weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or
som e other connecting point of the vehicle. These kind of
hitches are the most popular on the market tod ay and
they’re commonly used to tow small- and medium-sized
trailers.
WARN ING!
It is importan t that you do not exceed the maxim um
fron t or rear GAWR. A dangerou s drivin g condition
can resu lt if eith er ratin g is exceed ed. You could lose
control of the veh icle and have an accid ent.
Weigh t-Distrib utin g Hitch
A weight-d istribu ting system works by applying lever-
age throu gh spring (load ) bars. They are typ ically used
for heavier load s, to distribu te trailer tongu e weight to
the tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s). When
used in accord ance with the manu factu rers’ directions, it
provid es for a more level rid e, offering more consistent
steering and brake control thereby enhancing tow ing
Tongue Weigh t (TW)
The downw ard force exerted on the hitch ball by the
trailer. In most cases it shou ld not be less than 10% or
more than 15% of the trailer load . You must consid er this
as part of the load on you r vehicle.
| Categories | Jeep Grand Cherokee Manuals, Jeep Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2008 |
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